Has twice failed to confirm his Elbeuf victory, most recently last but one, behind KAMARO DU DONJON (4), in a 2650m Class E at Les Sables-d'Olonne a fortnight ago and, even though shod differently, can still be ruled out

As tricky as they come but has an abundance of ability, reassuringly 4th of 11 in a 2700m Class E at La Capelle on 7 July and, barefoot for the occasion, will not be sent out at 57/1 this time

Runner-up to KALEO DE BANVILLE (8) in a 2950m Vichy Class F on 4 July. Guillaume Lenain in the sulky this time and, proven at Meslay, is unlikely to be too far from the action

Showed marked improvement when 4th of 14 in a 2650m Class E at Les Sables-d'Olonne 2 weeks ago. Raffin has switched allegiances but Charles Dreux's colt still looks a serious proposition

Useful sort making first appearance since missing out by little in a 2850m Laval Class E early-May, but is shod for comeback and best to hold off

Missed out on the hat-trick when 2nd of 5 finishers in a 2750m Angouleme Class E mid-June. Takes a small hike in category and will legitimately bid to maintain his unbeaten barefoot record

Excellent earlier this year but has come off the boil, most recently 8th of 12 finishers in a 2875m Enghien Class E 3 weeks ago, and others easier to back

Has not always lived up to expectations but made short work of a 2950m Vichy Class F on return to competition earlier this month and, barefoot again, will take some beating

Opened his 2024 account when successful in a 2725m Lisieux Class F on 4 July. Front shoes off again and deserves to be taken seriously